Repairs dry, cracked hands while restoring skin's natural moisture barrier. Ceramide 3 helps replenish the skin's natural structure that is lost due to aging or disruption of the skin's moisture barrier. Ceramides have been effective in aiding skin's water-retention, moisture barrier repair, and skin regulation & balance. Safflower oil, Borage oil,along with Shea & Cocoa Buttersalso acts as protective moisture barriers, combating a dry & scaly appearance.